1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | R8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
